Genius Brains - Folklore
Just on the border of insanity dwells the brain of a genius. There is a very fine line that the genius treads along for an entire life. How many people, I wonder, in the past, were committed to insane asylums only because others did not ... [... more]
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Books Reviews - Kids Books on Folklore - Folklore
As much as I love folklore, my kids love it even more. Kids are so imaginative, they can really bring folklore to life. That's why I was so excited when I discovered the following children's books. These books, really more like guidebooks, or ... [... more]
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Lore Of The Yukon - Folklore
Strong for the red rage of battle; sane for I harry them sore; Send me men girt for the combat, men who are grit to the core; One of the most beautiful places on earth is also one of the most treacherous. The Yukon is the smallest and westernmost ... [... more]
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Nursery Bogies - Folklore
I can remember being a kid and hearing stories of the bogeyman (who lived in the closet or under the bed) and tales of Bloody Mary and Candyman (who would attack you through a bathroom mirror if you dared to say their name three times). I heard ... [... more]
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Tanuki and Mujina, Shapeshifters - Folklore
In Japanese folklore you will find fascinating characters among the shapeshifters. These are called Yokai, which are creatures of many different personalities and character, from the evil ogre (oni) to the mischievious fox (kitsune) or Snow ... [... more]
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Archangel Raphael - Folklore
Archangel Raphael, whose name means "God has healed" or "the Shining One who heals," is one of the most well of known of the archangels. He is one of seven angels who attend the throne of God and he is the archangel over all the [... more]
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New Year Traditions And Lore - Folklore
Should auld acquaintance be forgot and never brought to mind? Should auld acquaintance be forgot and days of auld lang syne? New Year's Day is one of the oldest holidays known to recorded history. The first known observance of this day was in ... [... more]
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Folklore of the Ivy Plant - Folklore
Ivy, though actually a vine, has a very popular and extensive history in tree lore. It's the tree for the month of October and the vine of the Greek god Dionysus, who was known to wear a crown of ivy leaves. It is said that at a celebration ... [... more]
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Romances of Camelot - Folklore
Mankind seems to have a fascination with stories of romance, especially tragic romances. Sure, the stories with happy beginnings along with happy endings get a little attention, but true romance, once in a lifetime love where the two lovers must ... [... more]
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The Tale of Stingy Jack - Folklore
There once lived a wicked, tight fisted man named Stingy Jack. Stingy Jack was not only deceitful, but also a liar and a thief. One night, Stingy Jack passed out from too much drink, and as his soul floated free, the Devil came to claim it. ... [... more]
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Behind the Mercury Retrograde - Folklore
There is much ado about the astrological event known as the Mercury Retrograde, which is said to cause mishaps with both our thought processes and our ability to communicate with one another effectively. The Mercury Retrograde happens ... [... more]
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The Lady of Shalott - Folklore
A little way off from Camelot there stood a lonely castle on the island of Shalott. High in a tower was the beautiful fairy woman, Elaine, also known as the Lady of Shalott. Under a powerful curse, Elaine could not leave the castle, nor even look ... [... more]
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